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Mark_V

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Hello!

Thank you for the acceptance and I look for ward to learning about the craft.

I have been woodworking for a little over a year and am hooked. I recently purchased a lathe and started turning to some small legacy items for my coworkers.

This is my first batch made from an old flag staff.
 

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mark james

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Welcome to IAP from Ohio! Have FUN! I really like the quartet you posted; nice profiles. Just a random suggestion: The timber looks like an Oak/similar (open pores) - so consider wiping down a few with any wood stain. Wipe it off and the pores will be accentuated, finish as preferred. I did this and they each (same blanks) had a unique visual.
 
Alan Morrison

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Welcome to the forum, Mark.
Check out the Library, if you have not found it yet. you can find it under 'Resources'

Good job with the pens!
 
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mark james said:
Welcome to IAP from Ohio! Have FUN! I really like the quartet you posted; nice profiles. Just a random suggestion: The timber looks like an Oak/similar (open pores) - so consider wiping down a few with any wood stain. Wipe it off and the pores will be accentuated, finish as preferred. I did this and they each (same blanks) had a unique visual.
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Thank you for the suggestion! I will give it a try
 
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Where are you located? There may be a local woodturning/pen making group near you, can be a great source of information, mentoring, and support.
 
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